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alcatel Idol 2 S Specifications
Alcatel
Released 2014, Feb 15
1 GB RAM
- 126g, 7.5mm thickness
- Android 4.3, up to 4.4
- 8GB storage, microSDHC
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 3.8 | — |
| Display | 5.4 | — |
| Performance | 2.8 | — |
| Camera | 5.1 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.0"
720x1280 pixels
8MP
1080p
1GB RAM
2150mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20 - 6050Y | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 4, 7, 17 - 6050A | |
| ??? | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 19, 20 - 6050F | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2014, February. Released 2014, June |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 136.5 x 69.7 x 7.5 mm (5.37 x 2.74 x 0.30 in) |
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| Weight | 126 g (4.44 oz) | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~72.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4 (KitKat) |
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| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 8GB 1GB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 8 MP, AF |
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| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
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| Video | 720p |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 2150 mAh, non-removable |
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| Stand-by | Up to 520 h (2G) / Up to 520 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 10 h 30 min (2G) / Up to 16 h 30 min (3G) |
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Misc
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Colors | Slate, Chocolate, White |
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| Price | About 280 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is alcatel Idol 2 S worth buying in 2026?
alcatel Idol 2 S is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of alcatel Idol 2 S?
alcatel Idol 2 S has a 2,150 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does alcatel Idol 2 S have?
alcatel Idol 2 S features a 5.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does alcatel Idol 2 S have?
alcatel Idol 2 S is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for alcatel Idol 2 S?
Genze rates alcatel Idol 2 S 4.4/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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